Quick Answer

Gaddock Teeg is a rare Legendary Creature — Kithkin Advisor from J17 (J17) costing {G}{W}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Gaddock Teeg MTG card

Gaddock Teeg

Legendary Creature — Kithkin Advisor

Card Text

Noncreature spells with mana value 4 or greater can't be cast. Noncreature spells with {X} in their mana costs can't be cast.

So great is his wisdom and spirit that many who have met him say that they stood before a giant of a man and talked to the wisest of the four winds.

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 2.0 J17 J17 🎨 Matt Stewart

Market Prices

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$14.20
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$18.99
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€13.14
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (6 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gaddock Teeg? Basics

Gaddock Teeg is a Legendary Creature — Kithkin Advisor card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Noncreature spells with mana value 4 or greater can't be cast. Noncreature spells with {X} in their mana costs can't be cast."

How much mana does Gaddock Teeg cost to cast? Basics

Gaddock Teeg has a mana cost of {G}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, W mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Gaddock Teeg's mana cost of {G}{W} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Gaddock Teeg has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Gaddock Teeg's current oracle text is: "Noncreature spells with mana value 4 or greater can't be cast. Noncreature spells with {X} in their mana costs can't be cast."

What is the current price of Gaddock Teeg? Pricing

Price data for Gaddock Teeg is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Gaddock Teeg? Pricing

You can purchase Gaddock Teeg from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is Gaddock Teeg legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Gaddock Teeg in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Gaddock Teeg legal in Modern? Legality

Gaddock Teeg is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Gaddock Teeg legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Gaddock Teeg is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Gaddock Teeg legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Gaddock Teeg in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Gaddock Teeg legal in Legacy? Legality

Gaddock Teeg is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Gaddock Teeg legal in Vintage? Legality

Gaddock Teeg is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Gaddock Teeg legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Gaddock Teeg in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Gaddock Teeg from? Details

This printing of Gaddock Teeg is from J17 (J17), with collector number 3.

Gaddock Teeg may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Gaddock Teeg's rarity? Details

Gaddock Teeg is a rare card in J17.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Gaddock Teeg? Details

Gaddock Teeg was illustrated by Matt Stewart.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Gaddock Teeg's power and toughness? Details

Gaddock Teeg is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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